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Aven vs Kye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kye

Boy #1,197 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,197
Total SSA Count
171
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aven Rank #1,157
Kye Rank #1,197

Aven is more popular, ranked #1157 vs #1197 for Kye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aven or Kye more popular?

Aven is more popular, ranked #1157 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Aven and Kye mean?

Aven means "river (from Celtic afon)" (Celtic origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Aven and Kye boy or girl names?

Aven is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.

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